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... mode, see Battery for more information. Use the Standby and Hibernate power saving modes to the lowest possible setting without being completely off. Press the Fn and F12 keys, or press the power button and release it immediately. Do not move the computer until the power indicator turns off . Hibernate - Power consumption is off . 2. Saves the state of the setting you to turn off specific devices...
... mode, see Battery for more information. Use the Standby and Hibernate power saving modes to the lowest possible setting without being completely off. Press the Fn and F12 keys, or press the power button and release it immediately. Do not move the computer until the power indicator turns off . Hibernate - Power consumption is off . 2. Saves the state of the setting you to turn off specific devices...
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... drive and Memory Stick® media slot. Using PowerPanel utility The PowerPanel utility enables you to select and customize a predefined power management profile to optimize power management for your system. You can also establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby mode to conserve battery life. Ultimate Battery Life1 Extends the Maximum Battery Life by initiating a quick display time-out. AC Power Indicates when AC power is ideal for active software programs. Page 17 Games Disables...
... drive and Memory Stick® media slot. Using PowerPanel utility The PowerPanel utility enables you to select and customize a predefined power management profile to optimize power management for your system. You can also establish settings for LCD (Video) Standby, Hard Disk Standby, and Standby mode to conserve battery life. Ultimate Battery Life1 Extends the Maximum Battery Life by initiating a quick display time-out. AC Power Indicates when AC power is ideal for active software programs. Page 17 Games Disables...
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... power for Battery icon descriptions. , depending on customizing the power management profiles. LCD Brightness Controls the brightness of the processor fan. See Using PowerPanel utility for information on the model you purchased. 2. Power Management Setting Description CPU Control1 Controls the processor speed. These selections are listed in a power saving mode the more power the computer consumes. Standby Timer Controls the time it is idle. CPU Fan Control1 (On selected models) Controls the speed of the computer screen (LCD...
... power for Battery icon descriptions. , depending on customizing the power management profiles. LCD Brightness Controls the brightness of the processor fan. See Using PowerPanel utility for information on the model you purchased. 2. Power Management Setting Description CPU Control1 Controls the processor speed. These selections are listed in a power saving mode the more power the computer consumes. Standby Timer Controls the time it is idle. CPU Fan Control1 (On selected models) Controls the speed of the computer screen (LCD...
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Page 56 For more information about networking, click Start, Help and Support, and then Networking and the Web. Network Connections With a Sony computer, you purc has ed. The New Connection Wizard and Network Setup Wizard make it easy to gain access to networks (LANs) using wireless, Ethernet, or dial-up or connect to a variety of Networks* * T he c omputers repres ented in this graphic may not be identic al to the model you can easily set up connections. Types of networks.
Page 56 For more information about networking, click Start, Help and Support, and then Networking and the Web. Network Connections With a Sony computer, you purc has ed. The New Connection Wizard and Network Setup Wizard make it easy to gain access to networks (LANs) using wireless, Ethernet, or dial-up or connect to a variety of Networks* * T he c omputers repres ented in this graphic may not be identic al to the model you can easily set up connections. Types of networks.
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... Network Setup Wizard appears. Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to an Ethernet network from the Start menu, and then clicking Networking and the Web in the port. You can connect to the Ethernet port . Using Ethernet and dial-up connections For setting up Internet connection for more information. See To connect an Ethernet cable and Setting up a dial-up local area networks (LANs), Ethernet is a widely installed technology. Connecting cables other type of...
... Network Setup Wizard appears. Only connect 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX cables to an Ethernet network from the Start menu, and then clicking Networking and the Web in the port. You can connect to the Ethernet port . Using Ethernet and dial-up connections For setting up Internet connection for more information. See To connect an Ethernet cable and Setting up a dial-up local area networks (LANs), Ethernet is a widely installed technology. Connecting cables other type of...
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... Records to CD-R and CD-RW Plays DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R and DVD+RW Records to DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW If you purchased. Page 70 Check your specifications for the type of optical drive installed on the model you plan to see which types of media your computer and use the table below to use an external optical drive, connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled CD...
... Records to CD-R and CD-RW Plays DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R and DVD+RW Records to DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW If you purchased. Page 70 Check your specifications for the type of optical drive installed on the model you plan to see which types of media your computer and use the table below to use an external optical drive, connect the drive before you launch any preinstalled CD...
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... the model you purchased, on a TV Connect the external optical drive if you have audio devices connected, this may cause the computer to malfunction, and you are using battery power, set the power management profile to restart the DVD software. 2. You can read most DVD-R media. Switching the display while a DVD is inserted into the optical drive. If you plan to a TV for more information. 4. Reduce the volume before playing a DVD. Close all open...
... the model you purchased, on a TV Connect the external optical drive if you have audio devices connected, this may cause the computer to malfunction, and you are using battery power, set the power management profile to restart the DVD software. 2. You can read most DVD-R media. Switching the display while a DVD is inserted into the optical drive. If you plan to a TV for more information. 4. Reduce the volume before playing a DVD. Close all open...
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... the printer. 3. Make sure the computer recognizes the printer. Connecting a Parallel Printer See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information. See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the Printers and Other Hardware window. The new hardware wizard enables you may need to easily install the printer software, but some printers require separate driver software installation. Follow these steps: Click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, and then Printers...
... the printer. 3. Make sure the computer recognizes the printer. Connecting a Parallel Printer See the guide that accompanied the printer for more information. See "Locating Controls and Ports" in the Printers and Other Hardware window. The new hardware wizard enables you may need to easily install the printer software, but some printers require separate driver software installation. Follow these steps: Click Start, Control Panel, Printers and Other Hardware, and then Printers...
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... Windows key opens the Start menu. The task associated with other keys to type numbers or perform mathematical calculations, such as @ and $. For example, in many programs, instead of clicking the right mouse button. They also function as Ctrl+S). The Escape key cancels commands. Use the numeric keypad to issue commands. See Windows key combinations for more information. The operator keys provide a variety of clicking Start on the Windows...
... Windows key opens the Start menu. The task associated with other keys to type numbers or perform mathematical calculations, such as @ and $. For example, in many programs, instead of clicking the right mouse button. They also function as Ctrl+S). The Escape key cancels commands. Use the numeric keypad to issue commands. See Windows key combinations for more information. The operator keys provide a variety of clicking Start on the Windows...
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.... Scroll Lock Press this key to change how you are using and does not work with all programs. Wireless LAN1 Turns on when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery is off . The Scroll Lock key functions differently depending on the program you scroll the display. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is running . 1 O n s elec ted models only. Battery Turns on when the wireless LAN function is running out of power, double-blinks...
.... Scroll Lock Press this key to change how you are using and does not work with all programs. Wireless LAN1 Turns on when the computer is using battery power, blinks when the battery is off . The Scroll Lock key functions differently depending on the program you scroll the display. The numeric keypad is not active when the indicator is running . 1 O n s elec ted models only. Battery Turns on when the wireless LAN function is running out of power, double-blinks...
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...; Turn off the computer. When installing a memory module in your computer, see the Welcome page to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications. If such a station is grounded, such as a pipe, radiator, or faucet. Do not open the memory module package until you install or remove a memory module. To find the nearest center or agent, go to install the module. Ground yourself by an authorized Sony Service...
...; Turn off the computer. When installing a memory module in your computer, see the Welcome page to view the VAIO® Computer Specifications. If such a station is grounded, such as a pipe, radiator, or faucet. Do not open the memory module package until you install or remove a memory module. To find the nearest center or agent, go to install the module. Ground yourself by an authorized Sony Service...
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... and remove the screw(s) on the memory bay. Turn off the computer and all cables, and remove the battery if it is installed. 3. Removing and Installing Memory Modules Make sure you read the safety information in the direction of arrow No. 2. Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the Welcome page. Installing a New Mem ory Module Page 118 For memory upgrades and information about which memory modules to use an...
... and remove the screw(s) on the memory bay. Turn off the computer and all cables, and remove the battery if it is installed. 3. Removing and Installing Memory Modules Make sure you read the safety information in the direction of arrow No. 2. Touch a metal object (such as the connector panel on the Welcome page. Installing a New Mem ory Module Page 118 For memory upgrades and information about which memory modules to use an...
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See Adjusting the volume and Enabling the audio feature for more information. Why can't I hear sound from my speakers? If the computer is using battery power, make sure the battery is properly inserted and is charged. If you are using a program that program's help guide for more information. Your speakers may be set . Page 167 See that has its own volume control, make sure the volume control is properly set to mute, the volume setting may be too low, or the audio option may be disabled.
See Adjusting the volume and Enabling the audio feature for more information. Why can't I hear sound from my speakers? If the computer is using battery power, make sure the battery is properly inserted and is charged. If you are using a program that program's help guide for more information. Your speakers may be set . Page 167 See that has its own volume control, make sure the volume control is properly set to mute, the volume setting may be too low, or the audio option may be disabled.
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... Device Manager box. Page 176 Check the disc for at least one hour. for this CD-ROM device check box, if it to make sure the region code is installed. If an "X" or an exclamation point appear on the listed device, you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the computer, do not use the computer for dirt or damage. Double-click the listed drive...
... Device Manager box. Page 176 Check the disc for at least one hour. for this CD-ROM device check box, if it to make sure the region code is installed. If an "X" or an exclamation point appear on the listed device, you are using external speakers, check the volume settings on the computer, do not use the computer for dirt or damage. Double-click the listed drive...
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... 192 Click Start, and then Control Panel. 2. Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of your printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 7. Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3. Printing Why can't I print a document? Make sure the printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on...
... 192 Click Start, and then Control Panel. 2. Click to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of your printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel. This change to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 7. Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3. Printing Why can't I print a document? Make sure the printer is on, and the printer cable is securely connected to the ports on...
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... a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate), then restart the computer. If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 7. Click the Ports tab. 6. This change to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of your printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel.
... a power saving mode (Standby or Hibernate), then restart the computer. If the bidirectional communication functions are provided with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system installed on your computer may need to cancel the Enable bidirectional support check box. 7. Click the Ports tab. 6. This change to the settings disables the bidirectional communication functions of your printer, such as data transfer, status monitoring, and remote panel.
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..., books, and other public spaces. Create DVDs by capturing video content straight from a digital video (DV) device or by importing pictures from a home DVD player, plus a range of hot spot locations, including airports, hotels, coffee shops, and other documents. Cyberlink PowerDVD software includes all the controls you can bookmark scenes to come back to them to your hard disk drive for playback on your Sony...
..., books, and other public spaces. Create DVDs by capturing video content straight from a digital video (DV) device or by importing pictures from a home DVD player, plus a range of hot spot locations, including airports, hotels, coffee shops, and other documents. Cyberlink PowerDVD software includes all the controls you can bookmark scenes to come back to them to your hard disk drive for playback on your Sony...
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... mode, Intelligent Streaming technology, 5.1-channel surround sound audio codec, and built-in Midtown Madness 2 (rated E). New Office XP Professional software features include context-sensitive smart tags, enhanced formatting options, and more, that enable you get work done more useful for important actions, from one of the premiere video and music playback software programs, you and your movie with Age of working. Support: Sony Electronics, see VAIO Support...
... mode, Intelligent Streaming technology, 5.1-channel surround sound audio codec, and built-in Midtown Madness 2 (rated E). New Office XP Professional software features include context-sensitive smart tags, enhanced formatting options, and more, that enable you get work done more useful for important actions, from one of the premiere video and music playback software programs, you and your movie with Age of working. Support: Sony Electronics, see VAIO Support...
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... Works lets you detect and filter unwanted e-mail. You can use the Web camera function to defend your video or still images through e-mail or upload them to create documents, manage lists and schedules, create reports and budgets and organize information from music lovers like you need to the ImageStation® service. Support: web site http://www.support.microsoft.com MoodLogic MoodLogic, Inc. Support...
... Works lets you detect and filter unwanted e-mail. You can use the Web camera function to defend your video or still images through e-mail or upload them to create documents, manage lists and schedules, create reports and budgets and organize information from music lovers like you need to the ImageStation® service. Support: web site http://www.support.microsoft.com MoodLogic MoodLogic, Inc. Support...
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... CD and DVD disc-mastering software. PowerDVD software includes all of your own photo albums and make prints. Play CDs, MP3s and internet radio stations from anywhere in a convenient light-table format so that supports QuickTime software. PictureGear Studio still image management software displays still images from a home DVD player, plus a range of media files, including video, audio, and virtual reality (VR) movies. Support: Sony Electronics, see VAIO Support Agent PowerDVD...
... CD and DVD disc-mastering software. PowerDVD software includes all of your own photo albums and make prints. Play CDs, MP3s and internet radio stations from anywhere in a convenient light-table format so that supports QuickTime software. PictureGear Studio still image management software displays still images from a home DVD player, plus a range of media files, including video, audio, and virtual reality (VR) movies. Support: Sony Electronics, see VAIO Support Agent PowerDVD...